NEETBiologyPhotosynthesis in Higher PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
Which fractions of the visible spectrum of solar radiations are primarily absorbed by carotenoids of the higher plants?
- ABlue and green
- BGreen and red
- CRed and violet
- DViolet and blue.
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Correct answer: D
Carotenoids of higher plants are fat soluble compounds that include carotenes and xanthophylls. Most of them absorb light of violet and blue range. Green light is absorbed in less amount.
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